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In 2003, Detroit's Electric Six effectively made it okay for heterosexual males to sing about gay bars to fellow heterosexual males without opening the door for a sexual harassment lawsuit or nursing a bloody nose. Newly armed with their latest and release, I Shall Exterminate Everything Around Me That Restricts Me from Being the Master, Electric Six is ready to blow Houston's mind one more time. "I Shall Exterminate Everything Around Me That Restricts Me...
Happy Halloween ghosts and ghouls! There’s a slew of great bands playing in Houston this week before heading up to a certain festival this weekend (hint: ____ ). We’ve got mega-celebs that have their own fragrances wrecking the Toyota Center in English AND Espanol on Wed., we’ve got huge indie bands Spoon and the New Pornographers teaching class on Thurs, and we have the Houstonist pick o’ the week: M.I.A. and Paul Wall on...
Mash-up DJ Girl Talk rolls into town to play a show at the Engine Room on Thursday night. Armed with his laptop and ready arsenal of body-thumping mixes, Girl Talk’s Gregg Gillis will make you move. If you don’t know, now you know; less than two years ago, Gillis worked as a biomedical engineer by day-turned-mad scientist of beats and samples at night and on the weekends, mixing potent mash-ups and performing in front of...
If you can't find a live show you like this week, then you're not trying hard enough. Tonight, NYC's (once) indie-rockers Interpol hits the Verizon Wireless Theater. For something more local, check out John Evans roots rock set at the Mucky Duck. Tomorrow night, German DJ Paul Van Dyke will have everyone dancing at Warehouse Live. The Meridian turns down the amp (just a bit) on Thursday night to host Americana flavored Junior Brown...
On the heels of last week's performance on David Letterman, Atlanta-based indie-rock outfit Manchester Orchestra arrives at Warehouse Live tomorrow night. If you'd like to hear a man with a fantastic voice, check out former Mavericks lead vocalist Raul Malo Thursday night (also at Warehouse Live). Friday night, check out some local indie rock -- .belville at Rudyard's. Saturday is a tough call: The Killers with Louis XIV are at Reliant Arena and Reverend...
For once, this week's music calendar is light on local acts, heavy on touring acts. Tonight, catch classic crooner Tony Bennett (who turns 80 this year) at Jones Hall. Tomorrow night, we recommend California indie rock band Rocco Deluca & the Burden at Warehouse Live. Mix things up a little bit Wednesday night and catch Austin's Belleville Outfit at the Duck, combining jazz, swing and Americana. Houston's own R&B legend Archie Bell will "tighten...
What we have here is the legendary Dread Zeppelin live at The Engine Room in 2000. Who is Dread Zeppelin you ask? Well, they are a band who covers Led Zeppelin, Elvis, Bob Marley as well as many others with an Elvis impersonator, Tortelvis, singing lead all while playing the music reggae style! They've even been endorsed by the legendary, Robert Plant! They are a fun band to see live but mostly these days...
> There are a lot of great acts in town this week with something for everyone's musical taste. The "big radio" shows include Rush, Nickelback, Puddle of Mudd, Korn, and Evanescence all of which take place outdoors at the Woodlands pavillion. Please remember it is still very hot...even at night. For those not wanting to face the night sweats, check out Texas indie rockers Centro-Matic on Wednesday and Eisley on Thursday. But to really get...
This week, don’t be looking for the big, A-list concerts, but that doesn’t mean that there’s a void of good live music choices. Last week’s big winner at the Houston Press Music Awards, The Dimes, will be playing at The Proletariat with several other bands Friday night. Sam Houston Race Park continues their summer concert series with Cory Morrow the same night. Saturday, you can take a step back into the 80’s with legendary...
We really wish Gomez was performing a headlining show here, but we have to settle with them just being an opening act for The Fray (along with Eisley) this Friday night in The Woodlands. However, Gomez is playing a stand-alone show Saturday night in Austin, if you're lucky enough to find tickets for it. Some veteran Houston acts play around town this week. Beaumont's Clay Walker will perform after the races at Sam Houston...
Four-day work weeks screw us up, too -- which is why you're seeing the concert calendar on Wednesday. It doesn't matter though, there are still plenty of good shows left to see this week. Two really good shows to choose from tomorrow night: Strokes guitarist Albert Hammond, Jr. will hit Warehouse Live, while local favorites The Scattered Pages will provide your coffee sipping entertainment at Brasil. Friday night, hit one of the best intimate...
Similar to last week, the calendar is full of local and regional acts. Some exceptions include singer/songwriters Steve Poltz (at the Mucky Duck tonight) and the eclectic Laura Veirs (at Walter's on Friday night). If you're more of a jazz fan, Tower of Power (who has been around for almost 40 years) will hit Verizon Wireless Friday night. You have a couple of chances to catch Houston's Tody Castillo this week; Friday night at...
Ah ... Spring is in the air. With spring comes festival season! The International Festival begins its two-weekend stint on Saturday, bringing a wide range of musicians. This weekend, George Clinton headlines, but you can also catch Ruthie Foster, Grupo Fantasma, and more. Another annual tradition (well, a 14 year tradition) is Buzzfest sponsored by 94.5 KTBZ. This year's line-up for the rock station (notice that we didn't say "alternative?" -- there's a reason...
Concerts are abundant this week, so you have no excuse for not getting out and seeing a show. If you're a fan of Texas country, you may want to take the drive out to Bolivar Peninsula this weekend for their first Stingaree Music Festival, featuring Hayes Carll, Todd Snider, Adam Carroll, and much more. One sometimes Texas alt.country band will not be there, but will be playing at the Meridian Thursday night -- the...
Over thirty years ago, we had Tammy Wynette singing "Stand By Your Man." Then the tide turned, and we had Alanis Morissette giving her boyfriend a piece of her mind in "You Oughtta Know" in the 90's. The new British pop star Lily Allen takes it a step further in her song and video "Smile" by telling her boyfriend "At first when I see you cry/Yeah, it makes me smile./At worst I feel bad...
Busy week for live music, thanks to SXSW and it's overflow of artists into Houston. Some of the showcases you can check out include Super Happy Fun Land's nightly extravaganza and Alternative Press brings you "Bands you Need to Know" on Friday at the Meridian. Proletariat and Walter's on Washington are just two other of the many venues hosting SXSW artists. We highly recommend checking out a few of these shows this week --...
For non-local shows, our pick of the week has to be singer/songwriter Patty Griffin. Even though she now calls Austin home, she rarely (if ever) plays in Houston. Technically, she’s not playing in Houston, but Conroe’s Crighton Theatre (which looks like a great venue) is close enough. The Incubus show at Verizon Wireless should be good, too. Some other interesting shows include Jeff Daniels (yes, the actor) at the Duck. Yes, he sings and...
The concert week begins with the Toys for Tots benefit at the Mucky Duck, lots of good local acts and a great cause. The weekend starts with a party, courtesy of Grupo Fantasma at the Continental Club. If you prefer holiday music, check out Mannheim Steamroller at the Toyota Center the same night. Local boys (and girl) Skyblue 72 go on stage at Rudyard’s Saturday night, and the alternative/blue/rock outfit The Black Keys come...
Instead of vegging in front of the TV, or fighting the crowds at the mall, we suggest one of these concerts to pass away your holidays. Houston’s Allen Oldies Band is celebrating their 10th anniversary Wednesday night, allowing you to dance off some pounds before you fill up on turkey. Some great original local bands to catch this week include The Dimes and Something Fierce at Walter’s, and Ryan Scroggins’ ska band at Fitz....
We thought we’d try a different approach to our music calendar – giving you a few of our picks and a listing of other concerts for the week. If you have a concert suggestion (especially local bands), please e-mail us. The biggest shows of the week belong to The Who and The Pretenders, back in Houston after a long absence. Aerosmith and Motley Crue come to town this weekend, too, but those bands seem...
Tuesday We’ve given you a lot of Halloween ideas, including costumes to wear, places to go, and haunted places. Want one more? How about Halloween from Hell III? Since My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult is headlining, you know Lucifer will be there. 8 p.m. at The Engine Room | tickets and info Wednesday Yesterday, we recommended the Ben Folds and Houston Symphony concert for tonight, and we still do. There’s good local...
Tuesday A good night for the acoustic-minded. The San Francisco Bay Guardian claims that if you were to combine Iron and Wine with Elliott Smith, you’d get Meric Long / Dodo Bird. Throw in some Wilco-styled vocals in there, and whammo – you have a great band. 8 p.m. at The Proletariat | tickets and info Like any serious, country-leaning singer/songwriter, Robbie Fulks has a bone to pick with Nashville, but it doesn’t consume...
Wednesday Pennsylvanian Nick Castro draws his muse from the likes of Dead Can Dance and other semi-Gothic, lush bands. Unlike DCD, Castro manages to throw in some good melodies. Equally captivating local bands Georgia’s Horse and Inoculist open. Music: “Winding Tree” 8 p.m. at the Proletariat | info Thursday Even though we have our own top-notch 80’s cover band Molly & the Ringwalds, there’s room for more in the Lone Star State. Austin’s Spazmatics...
Before we get to the week’s picks, those who braved the rain to check out the music at the Westheimer Block Party were surely disappointed. We’ve learned that the event has been rescheduled for May 27th … weather permitting, of course. Tuesday First Dallas Wayne, now we have Austin Collins – why isn’t there a Texas country act representing our great city with their name? (No, Whitney doesn’t count.) Austin is actually Houston-bred, and...
Busy week for live acts in Houston: Tuesday As mentioned yesterday, the rodeo music line-up starts tonight with the country crooner who seems to never go away, George Strait. 6:45 p.m. at Reliant Stadium | tickets and info If you’re looking to get away from the cowboy hats and boots, check out Less Than Jake. Ska-punk that will even make your Mom smile. Music: “The Science of Selling Yourself Short” 8 p.m. at the Engine...
Wednesday Not quite punk, but not sweet pop either — somewhere in between is where you put The Academy Is… Touring with Panic! At The Disco, who are enjoying a Fall Out Boy-ish hit with “Only Difference Between Martyrdom and Suicide Is Press Coverage.” Music: "Checkmarks" 8 p.m. at Warehouse Live | tickets and info Thursday Brooklyn duo The Honorary Title’s album Anything Else but the Truth offers up clever lyrics and good alternative-pop....
Tuesday Denver’s The Fray is making inroads on radio with “Over My Head (Cable Car),” now No. 13 on the adult rock/pop charts, but you wouldn’t know it by listening to Houston radio (Mix 96.5 has that format but they’re so conservative musically that they probably won’t play it for another month, if ever). Similar to Goo Goo Dolls, but fresher. Cary Brothers (actually a solo guy, no siblings with him) and Matt Kearney...
After a dead week of live music, there's almost too much to choose from on the concert scene in Houston this time around, but here are a few we recommend: Tuesday Gainesville, Florida isn't necessarily known for country music, and Cassette isn't exactly country, but that's the easiest way to describe Samantha Jones, who is the voice and centerpiece of the band. Austin's Saw Wheel and Houston's O Pioneers!!, who are a little louder...
Wednesday Been stuck in a quiet office or cubicle all day and need a change of pace? The Fall of Troy may be able to help you with that. The Washington state punk-rock trio plays with At All Cost and Jonbenet. 8 p.m. at Walter’s on Washington | info Thursday The touring scene is quiet in Houston today, so why not check out some local acoustic talent. Longtime favorite folk venue Anderson Fair continues...